Certificate in Digital Technology Product Solutions (Level 5)
Course details
About the course
Get trained by industry experts through industry-simulated projects.
In just nine weeks, you will gain confidence as a tech professional, get professionally certified and build your portfolio to stand out as a future talent in the tech industry.
You will:
- learn by solving real industry projects
- specialise in your chosen tech career
- develop the latest professional and tech skills needed to successfully transition into a tech career.
This Otago Polytechnic training scheme is delivered under sub-contract with Mission Ready HQ.
It's designed for digital tech professionals looking to gain additional skills or professional expertise to successfully upskill and transition to a highly-skilled role in tech.
Career opportunities
Our upcoming intakes provide project-based upskilling for the following tech careers:
- Software Developer (Artificial Intelligence)
- User Experience (UX) Designer
- Data Analyst
- Business Analyst
What will I learn to do?
This Training Scheme runs over nine weeks with a focus on extending existing skills and practice to develop technical product solutions for real industry projects. You’ll be working in teams, in a classroom (virtual or in person) and you will also have some online learning to complete on your own.
By the end of this training scheme, you will be able to:
- apply Agile software delivery and design thinking practices to contribute to the development of digital technology product solutions in the context of practice
- apply industry standard best practices to contribute to the development of digital technology product solutions in the context of practice
- apply ethical decision-making principles when contributing to developing digital technology product solutions
- apply effective interpersonal and collaborative skills when working on digital technology product projects with internal and external stakeholders
- plan and deliver an effective communication strategy for purposes of obtaining employment or contract work.
What's the workload?
This training scheme runs over nine weeks. All study is structured, with both guided and self-directed learning, so you will need to have good time management skills. As a full-time student you should typically aim for a minimum of 30 hours of study per week, over the nine weeks. You will be required to engage with the online resources and activities, classroom sessions with other learners, and complete assessments.
What could I study next?
After successfully completing this Training Scheme certificate, you will be in a great position to apply for our Certificate in Applied Digital Technology Product Solutions (Level 6).
Entry requirements
- Applicants must have the legal right to study in New Zealand and either:
- have completed the Certificate in Technology Product Development Essentials (Level 4) Training Scheme, or
- provide evidence of an equivalent qualification and/or experience.
- International students will be individually assessed to ensure you are ready for this study.
- Otago Polytechnic’s policy AP0520.03 English Language Requirements for Those for whom English is an Additional Language applies.
If English is not your first language, you must provide:
- New Zealand University Entrance, or
- Overall Academic IELTS 5.5 with no individual band score lower than 5.0 (achieved in one test completed in the last two years), or
- Acceptable alternative evidence of the required IELTS (see here for NZQA proficiency table and here for list of recognised proficiency tests).
If you need to improve your English Language skills, Otago Polytechic offer a wide range of English programmes.
Pathways into the programme
Selection criteria
All eligible applicants will be interviewed by the admissions panel at Mission Ready to ensure they have the foundation skills required for success.
Additional costs
- Travel, accommodation (if required) and food costs associated with attendance at classes.
- Learners enrolled in the face-to-face option will travel to the teaching location site at their own expense.
- Broadband internet access.
- A computer or laptop device.
Please advise on your application if you do not have access to internet or a computer / laptop. Loan devices may be made available in extenuating circumstances.
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About the provider
If you want to get a job and build a great career, Otago Polytechnic is a smart choice.
We’re known for offering the highest quality, hands-on training that helps students succeed. Our graduates are confident, skilled, and ready to work from day one. And, employers love that.
We’ve earned the highest ratings from the New Zealand Government for our teaching and support. Our flexible study options make it easier for you to learn in a way that suits your life.
At Otago Polytechnic, you’ll gain practical skills, real-world experience, and the confidence to make a real impact - in your career and in your community.